Summer Intern - Engineering - OpEx Distribution

Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit.

With more than 40 brands, 14,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, Allegion is proud to be recognized with the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third consecutive year, earning distinction in both the employee engagement and strengths categories.

This year, Allegion also received Gallup’s With Distinction honor — a designation reserved for a select group of organizations that go above and beyond in building exceptional workplace cultures.

Summer Intern - Engineering - OpEx Distribution - Olathe, KS The primary responsibility is process improvement, utilizing lean techniques to standardize and simplify processes, ultimately delivering value in process improvement and operational excellence initiatives.

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. The company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.

g., H-1B, TN, etc.) for this employment position. What You Will Do: • Dedicate majority of time (60%-80%) on the shop floor (Gemba) in assigned process path(s) • Collaborate with cross functional teams to identify process improvement opportunities • Utilize lean techniques to standardize and simplify processes, ensuring efficient and effective operations • Learn/Utilize lean tools & techniques such as standardization, problem solving, people engagement, leadership soft-skills, one-piece flow, Kanban/pull systems, continuous improvement, value stream mapping, visual management, error proofing, 5S, training, etc.

• Measure key performance indicators before and after implementation to evaluate the success of process improvements • Engage with team members to gain a comprehensive understanding of the process(es) involved and actively listen to their needs and feedback • Support the change management procedure by effectively communicating with stakeholders and addressing any concerns or challenges that arise What You Need to Succeed: Education: • Pursuing a Bachelor of Science Degree in a related discipline, preferably Engineering (Mechanical/Industrial/etc.

), Supply Chain or related field. Experience: • Bachelor’s Degree student – Junior or Sophomore • Strong interest in process improvement and lean methodologies • Demonstrated ability to analyze data and make data-driven decisions • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with team members • Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team • Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Why Work for Us?

Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if: • You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others.  With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there’s plenty of room to make an impact.

As our values state, “this is your business, run with it ”. • You’re looking for a company that will invest in your professional development.  As we grow, we want you to grow with us.

• You want a culture that promotes work-life balance.  Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work!

• You want to work for an award-winning company that invests in its people. Allegion is proud to be a recipient of the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for the second year in a row, recognizing our commitment to employee engagement, strengths -based development, and unlocking human potential.

What You’ll Get from Us: • An opportunity to be a part of a dedicated team that collaborates on real, hands-on projects • Professional Growth through exposure to Allegion's leaders, professional development and skill building opportunities, and mentor/mentee relationships • Meaningful time to network and get to know your peers through Allegion sponsored activities hosted by the Talent Attraction Team • Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through Clifton Strengths testing and coaching Join our team of experts today and help us make tomorrow’s world a safer place!

Not sure if your experience perfectly aligns with the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification and every single preferred qualification of a job posting.

At Allegion, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.

You may be just the right candidate for this role. #ALLEGION We Celebrate Who We Are! Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Together, we embrace all differences and similarities among colleagues, as well as the differences and similarities within the relationships that we foster with customers, suppliers and the communities where we live and work.

Whatever your background, experience, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we will make sure that you have every opportunity to impress us in your application and the opportunity to give your best at work, not because we’re required to, but because it’s the right thing to do.

We are also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If for any reason you cannot apply through our career site and require an accommodation or assistance, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team .

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